Tag Archives: training

I’ve mentioned before that people mistake me for someone much younger than my 23 years. This isn’t usually a problem except for when I’m trying to buy wine and the cashier is refusing me. However, my youth does lead to … Continue reading →

Since my motivation is roughly that of a plankton, I’ve been making an effort to run with other people, hoping to shame myself into speed and effort. I found a local running group that does and out-and-back run for 50 … Continue reading →

I think my biggest problem when it comes to running is that in my head I run like this: When, in reality, I run like this: I run like this, except 10x more sweaty and 100x less chill. And … Continue reading →

Workout 5 miles on the TM – not too shabby, considering that I only had a 4 miler planned! I figured it might be a good idea to actually practice running 5 miles before my race next week. On to … Continue reading →

This week was my delightful taper week, half because of my half marathon training schedule, half because of my 5K this weekend. It came at just the right time too – during my 8 miler on Saturday, my hip flared … Continue reading →

I ran 7 miles yesterday! In the 45 MPH winds. I’m now officially into increasing my mileage into unknown territory. And I learned something new about my fun little town of Leesburg. It’s very, very very hilly. My first 3 miles … Continue reading →